Should we be worried? Is it a sign that Covid-19 is here to stay? Is death going to become a booming market in SA?
There are some of the concerns many have expressed on social media regarding one of Takealot's latest items on the online shopping site — a coffin.
Believe or not, Takelot is selling “non-refundable” coffins for R4,899. The “sale” price is down from the usual R5,500.
According to the post on the retailer's site, the “machine-cut and hand-polished with a variety of wood effects” coffin opens at the top or bottom.
“Most popular and traditional style veneer coffins are manufactured using real wood. The wood veneer is laminated on to chipboard,” the post reads.
Yes, Takealot is selling 'non-refundable' coffins cheap, and people are concerned
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Should we be worried? Is it a sign that Covid-19 is here to stay? Is death going to become a booming market in SA?
There are some of the concerns many have expressed on social media regarding one of Takealot's latest items on the online shopping site — a coffin.
Believe or not, Takelot is selling “non-refundable” coffins for R4,899. The “sale” price is down from the usual R5,500.
According to the post on the retailer's site, the “machine-cut and hand-polished with a variety of wood effects” coffin opens at the top or bottom.
“Most popular and traditional style veneer coffins are manufactured using real wood. The wood veneer is laminated on to chipboard,” the post reads.
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The coffin is listed under the “health” category, where one also finds some of the Covid-19 protective measures like face masks, gloves and sanitisers.
The coffins are available from Takealot's Cape Town warehouse. Shipping for those in Johannesburg and Pretoria takes two to five working days, and for those in regional areas it takes two to seven working days.
On social media, many expressed their concerns.
Here is a snapshot of some reactions.
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